The Lo & Behold® series of miniature Buddleias was already such a breakthrough for the Butterfly Bush, but now the Raulston Arboretum has outdone itself! 'Blue Chip Jr.' improves on 'Blue Chip' in several ways: it is even smaller, it is less brittle, and the leaves have more of a silver sheen to them. This much-anticipated sequel is not available until 2015 or later from most suppliers, but we are happy to offer it in the Spring of 2014!

The latest in the exciting new Lo & Behold™ series of miniature Buddleias introduced by the Raulston Arboretum, this mounding, well-branched plant reaches less than 2 feet high and wide, yet flowers continuously (rather than in waves) and never needs deadheading. This is the best variety ever developed for use as a groundcover or container specimen.

'Blue Chip Jr' reaches just about 20 inches high and wide, yet flowers profusely beginning in early summer (somewhat earlier than many) and continuing without cease into autumn. Unlike most older varieties, 'Blue Chip Jr' concentrates all its energy into flowering, and offers no volunteer sprouts or messy debris to collect at season's end. It doesn't even need deadheading! And the lack of seeds also makes 'Blue Chip Jr' less invasive, which is especially important in areas where seeded varieties of Butterfly Bush are now regulated.

'Blue Chip Jr' is a Proven Winner®, which means exactly what it sounds like. These high-performing varieties have been thoroughly tested in trial gardens all around the world, and their health, vigor, and beauty have proven unparalleled.

Like all Butterfly Bushes, 'Blue Chip Jr' thrives in full sunshine--the more the merrier--and any well-drained soil. Water and feed it well the first year to get its root system established in your garden. Once it feels at home, it's quite forgiving of heat, humidity, poor soil, and even drought! And it needs no special care beyond a strong pruning in early spring -- cut it down to &frac13;rd its original size in late February/Early March, and watch it return even more dense and floriferous than before! Deer leave it alone, but hummingbirds as well as bees and butterflies are attracted to its sweet, lightly fragrant blossoms. Now you can enjoy the ease and beauty of Buddleia in entirely new garden settings, thanks to 'Blue Chip Jr'! Zones 5-9.

Butterflies like a lot of sunlight, so locate your garden in a sunny area.

If you live in a windy location, plant your butterfly-attracting plants near a building, fence, or hedge to protect them.

Plant a variety of nectar-rich plants, as well as shrubs and evergreens for shelter.

Since many butterflies and native flowering plants have co-evolved, try to put in some that are native to your area. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildlife Center provides lists of plants native to states and regions.

Certain colors are particularly attracting to butterflies – red, yellow, pink, purple, or orange blooms that are clustered or flat-topped, with a short flower tubes are especially attractive to adult butterflies.

Avoid using pesticides, especially around nectar-producing plants.

Provide a shallow source of water – try a birdbath with pebbles lining the bowl.

Place a rock in a sunny spot for butterfly basking and resting.

Create a "puddling area" by digging a shallow hole filled with compost or manure where rainwater will collect and release essential salts and minerals.

If you want butterflies to breed in your garden, put in some caterpillar food plants, such as parsley, milkweeds, asters, thistles, violets, clover, grasses, and Queen Anne’s Lace.

Since butterflies need nectar throughout the entire adult phase of their lives, try to create a design that will allow for a continuous bloom – when one stops blooming, another starts.

As the deer population has boomed and
food has become scarcer, they have become more aggressive. In some areas deer will
strip your garden bare, leaving nothing green or flowery behind. While there is no such thing as a completely deer-proof garden, there
are some effective things you can do to protect your garden from these
hungry animals.

Use physical barriers

A High Fence
Deer can jump pretty high, but a fence higher than eight feet (higher on an up-slope) and
flush with the ground will keep any deer out.

Electric Fences
They are a much easier and less expensive solution. Deer generally
will not try to jump electric fences, but will rather try to climb
through the wires, receiving a deterring shock.

Bird-Netting
An even less extreme
physical option is to put bird netting over your larger and more
susceptible plants.

Herbs, some conifers, and many flowers
are some of the best deer-resistant plants. More fragrant plants will often deter predation. Planting just a few deer-resistant plants will limit grazing of your other plants. Remember, "deer-resistant" does not mean deer-proof. A hungry animal will eat just about anything.

Having a dog In the Family

Owning a dog, especially a big dog will almost always keep deer from approaching your home. Just the scent of the dog will keep most deer away, and if your dog lives outside you will probably never see any deer.

For most gardeners, it is a combination of different solutions that works best. Every gardener has to find the solution that works best in their garden.

B. davidii will adapt easily to almost any good garden soil, so long as they receive full sun.

Maintenance:

In the northern portion of the range, Buddleia tend to die back to or near to the ground over the winter. Even in areas where they do not die back, they should be cut back to the ground in the fall or early spring to encourage vigorous spring growth. They break dormancy late in the spring, but with the onset of warm weather will grow rapidly and without attention. Do not overfeed.

Zones:

Zones 5-9

A Tradition of Distinction

Since its founding in 1920, Wayside Gardens has brought the rarest and highest-quality plants to the garden market. Wayside was founded in 1920 by two acclaimed growers who came together to pursue their shared vision of marketing all high-end plants for the serious garden enthusiast. Originally located in Mentor, Ohio, Wayside Gardens swiftly grew a reputation for the highest-quality plants and the most sophisticated clientele. In 1975, Wayside was purchased by the Park Seed Company, and moved to Hodges, SC. The company has flourished since then, growing to become an undisputed leader in rare and unique plant growing.

Unparalleled Selection

Wayside's horticulturists travel the world in search of new and unusual plant cultivars and proudly offer the garden industry’s most sophisticated selection of high quality and rare perennial plants, bulbs, trees, shrubs, roses, vines, and indoor plants. Beginning with ties to the Dutch family bulb business in Holland, our horticulturists have developed close relationships with perennial and bulb growers throughout the United States and Europe, providing access to many rare and unique garden treasures. Throughout our history we have had the pleasure of introducing numerous exotic foreign and domestic plant cultivars to the American garden market. The Wayside collection of new and exclusive plant products is so preeminent that the catalog has long been lauded in the industry and is even used as a reference work in horticultural schools.

Impeccable Quality and Value – We Guarantee It!

At Wayside Gardens, “pedigreed plants” and “root strength” have always been watchwords. The Wayside Gardens impeccable plant quality begins with selecting only the finest new product offerings with improved plant features and numerous advantages for our gardening customers. These improved plant selections are then grown to our exacting quality standards by garden industry professionals. This produces superior plants with well developed root systems and healthy, vigorous plant growth habits. That is why we proudly guarantee all Wayside Gardens' products to perform as advertised, being of superior quality, true to type, and shipped properly.

Larger Containers & Well Established Root Systems

We use larger containers and grow bigger plants than other nurseries, leading to greater root strength. Where appropriate, Wayside Gardens propagates our plants vegetatively rather than from seed, to ensure the plants possess the correct form and are true to variety, like a true double form, as opposed to the single or semi-double forms that may result from seed propagation. Because we employ only the finest and most technologically advanced plant growing methods, you can be confident in receiving healthy plants ready to burst forth in glorious growth in your garden.

The Lo & Behold® series of miniature Buddleias was already such a breakthrough for the Butterfly Bush, but now the Raulston Arboretum has outdone itself! 'Blue Chip Jr.' improves on 'Blue Chip' in several ways: it is even smaller, it is less brittle, and the leaves have more of a silver sheen to them. This much-anticipated sequel is not available until 2015 or later from most suppliers, but we are happy to offer it in the Spring of 2014!

The latest in the exciting new Lo & Behold™ series of miniature Buddleias introduced by the Raulston Arboretum, this mounding, well-branched plant reaches less than 2 feet high and wide, yet flowers continuously (rather than in waves) and never needs deadheading. This is the best variety ever developed for use as a groundcover or container specimen.

'Blue Chip Jr' reaches just about 20 inches high and wide, yet flowers profusely beginning in early summer (somewhat earlier than many) and continuing without cease into autumn. Unlike most older varieties, 'Blue Chip Jr' concentrates all its energy into flowering, and offers no volunteer sprouts or messy debris to collect at season's end. It doesn't even need deadheading! And the lack of seeds also makes 'Blue Chip Jr' less invasive, which is especially important in areas where seeded varieties of Butterfly Bush are now regulated.

'Blue Chip Jr' is a Proven Winner®, which means exactly what it sounds like. These high-performing varieties have been thoroughly tested in trial gardens all around the world, and their health, vigor, and beauty have proven unparalleled.

Like all Butterfly Bushes, 'Blue Chip Jr' thrives in full sunshine--the more the merrier--and any well-drained soil. Water and feed it well the first year to get its root system established in your garden. Once it feels at home, it's quite forgiving of heat, humidity, poor soil, and even drought! And it needs no special care beyond a strong pruning in early spring -- cut it down to &frac13;rd its original size in late February/Early March, and watch it return even more dense and floriferous than before! Deer leave it alone, but hummingbirds as well as bees and butterflies are attracted to its sweet, lightly fragrant blossoms. Now you can enjoy the ease and beauty of Buddleia in entirely new garden settings, thanks to 'Blue Chip Jr'! Zones 5-9.

Butterflies like a lot of sunlight, so locate your garden in a sunny area.

If you live in a windy location, plant your butterfly-attracting plants near a building, fence, or hedge to protect them.

Plant a variety of nectar-rich plants, as well as shrubs and evergreens for shelter.

Since many butterflies and native flowering plants have co-evolved, try to put in some that are native to your area. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildlife Center provides lists of plants native to states and regions.

Certain colors are particularly attracting to butterflies – red, yellow, pink, purple, or orange blooms that are clustered or flat-topped, with a short flower tubes are especially attractive to adult butterflies.

Avoid using pesticides, especially around nectar-producing plants.

Provide a shallow source of water – try a birdbath with pebbles lining the bowl.

Place a rock in a sunny spot for butterfly basking and resting.

Create a "puddling area" by digging a shallow hole filled with compost or manure where rainwater will collect and release essential salts and minerals.

If you want butterflies to breed in your garden, put in some caterpillar food plants, such as parsley, milkweeds, asters, thistles, violets, clover, grasses, and Queen Anne’s Lace.

Since butterflies need nectar throughout the entire adult phase of their lives, try to create a design that will allow for a continuous bloom – when one stops blooming, another starts.

As the deer population has boomed and
food has become scarcer, they have become more aggressive. In some areas deer will
strip your garden bare, leaving nothing green or flowery behind. While there is no such thing as a completely deer-proof garden, there
are some effective things you can do to protect your garden from these
hungry animals.

Use physical barriers

A High Fence
Deer can jump pretty high, but a fence higher than eight feet (higher on an up-slope) and
flush with the ground will keep any deer out.

Electric Fences
They are a much easier and less expensive solution. Deer generally
will not try to jump electric fences, but will rather try to climb
through the wires, receiving a deterring shock.

Bird-Netting
An even less extreme
physical option is to put bird netting over your larger and more
susceptible plants.

Herbs, some conifers, and many flowers
are some of the best deer-resistant plants. More fragrant plants will often deter predation. Planting just a few deer-resistant plants will limit grazing of your other plants. Remember, "deer-resistant" does not mean deer-proof. A hungry animal will eat just about anything.

Having a dog In the Family

Owning a dog, especially a big dog will almost always keep deer from approaching your home. Just the scent of the dog will keep most deer away, and if your dog lives outside you will probably never see any deer.

For most gardeners, it is a combination of different solutions that works best. Every gardener has to find the solution that works best in their garden.

B. davidii will adapt easily to almost any good garden soil, so long as they receive full sun.

Maintenance:

In the northern portion of the range, Buddleia tend to die back to or near to the ground over the winter. Even in areas where they do not die back, they should be cut back to the ground in the fall or early spring to encourage vigorous spring growth. They break dormancy late in the spring, but with the onset of warm weather will grow rapidly and without attention. Do not overfeed.

A Tradition of Distinction

Since its founding in 1920, Wayside Gardens has brought the rarest and highest-quality plants to the garden market. Wayside was founded in 1920 by two acclaimed growers who came together to pursue their shared vision of marketing all high-end plants for the serious garden enthusiast. Originally located in Mentor, Ohio, Wayside Gardens swiftly grew a reputation for the highest-quality plants and the most sophisticated clientele. In 1975, Wayside was purchased by the Park Seed Company, and moved to Hodges, SC. The company has flourished since then, growing to become an undisputed leader in rare and unique plant growing.

Unparalleled Selection

Wayside's horticulturists travel the world in search of new and unusual plant cultivars and proudly offer the garden industry’s most sophisticated selection of high quality and rare perennial plants, bulbs, trees, shrubs, roses, vines, and indoor plants. Beginning with ties to the Dutch family bulb business in Holland, our horticulturists have developed close relationships with perennial and bulb growers throughout the United States and Europe, providing access to many rare and unique garden treasures. Throughout our history we have had the pleasure of introducing numerous exotic foreign and domestic plant cultivars to the American garden market. The Wayside collection of new and exclusive plant products is so preeminent that the catalog has long been lauded in the industry and is even used as a reference work in horticultural schools.

Impeccable Quality and Value – We Guarantee It!

At Wayside Gardens, “pedigreed plants” and “root strength” have always been watchwords. The Wayside Gardens impeccable plant quality begins with selecting only the finest new product offerings with improved plant features and numerous advantages for our gardening customers. These improved plant selections are then grown to our exacting quality standards by garden industry professionals. This produces superior plants with well developed root systems and healthy, vigorous plant growth habits. That is why we proudly guarantee all Wayside Gardens' products to perform as advertised, being of superior quality, true to type, and shipped properly.

Larger Containers & Well Established Root Systems

We use larger containers and grow bigger plants than other nurseries, leading to greater root strength. Where appropriate, Wayside Gardens propagates our plants vegetatively rather than from seed, to ensure the plants possess the correct form and are true to variety, like a true double form, as opposed to the single or semi-double forms that may result from seed propagation. Because we employ only the finest and most technologically advanced plant growing methods, you can be confident in receiving healthy plants ready to burst forth in glorious growth in your garden.

I am just so pleased with the plants that arrived from Wayside Gardens that I rarely buy from my local nurseries. I have been buying from Wayside Gardens for more than 20 years and get compliments from my friends on every plant and the plants are all still thriving. This is my go-to nursery and I look foward to seeing what new plants are out there that would enhance my gardens!

October 14, 2016

This is a fantastic company. I have ordered from them for years and have never been disappointed.

October 3, 2016

My experience with Wayside Gardens has been extremely satisfying in all areas. My plants arrived in excellent shape and on the expected delivery date. The Customer Service was the best...extremely helpful and courteous. I have bought from other nurseries over the years but none outranked Wayside Gardens in any area. I will be a repeat customer. Job very well done Wayside Gardens!

September 26, 2016

Over the past two summer sessions I have been revamping my yard and cleared a lot of space for new gardens. I purchaed many different perennials from four other oneline garden centers. The quality of the plants I received from Wayside far surpassed any other company. The packaging was great; each plant arrived completely intact and healthy looking. Wayside took more care in the packaging than the other companies.

September 13, 2016

Wayside Garden's has a long, well-deserved history of quality and service in the horticulture industry. Pricing does not always fit my budget, but I always manage to find something that is not readily available locally. I never have to worry that my product will not meet my standards. As a former wholesale greenhouse grower, those standards are high. Wayside always meets my expectations.

September 3, 2016

What I really like about this site is that it has items that are different from other places. Buying from Wayside Gardens makes me feel special because my garden is unique. I also appreciate their quality and careful packing.

September 2, 2016

Your plants are always the biggest, healthiest ever!...and boy, do they bloom profusely!

August 21, 2016

I love the selection of flowers. My first order came in excellent condition and is thriving in my flower garden. Thank you!

August 4, 2016

My Mom ordered from Wayside Gardens in the 1950s because of the quality and variety of plants. The company's well-deserved reputation remains solid. Highly recommended.

July 30, 2016

You get the best of price, shipping quality, and healty plants.

July 23, 2016

Good selection, quick and easy ordering options. I like that I can checkout with Amazon.

July 20, 2016

Plant was much bigger than I expected. Well packaged. Came in good condition.

June 13, 2016

Great catalog. You always have what I am looking for.

June 2, 2016

Wayside has a wide variety of new-to-market plants and stands behind the quality of its plants.

May 27, 2016

Wayside has always shipped very nice plants with a 100% survival rate. I continue to order because I'm assured of high quality plants.

May 24, 2016

I have been a Wayside customer for over 30 years. Obviously, I think they are a great company. I am always happy with the products and their friendly, courteous service. I will be a customer for many more years.

April 20, 2016

Wayside Gardens offers a large variety of plants with detailed descriptions and plant guide. The plants I ordered were healthy and I would definitely recommend ordering from Wayside Gardens to my friends.

Virginia Beach, VA

April 4, 2016

I have been ordering from Wayside Gardens for probably 20 years and have found them to always have the highest quality plants and the newest varieties that are not yet in nurseries, and which arrive exactly as promised and shipped extremely well.

Paradise, CA

March 31, 2016

Fabulous quality of plants! Haven't ordered from Wayside since I lived in ND. Looking forward to receiving my delivery and will certainly be ordering more plants.

Katy, TX

March 20, 2016

Every purchase I have made has arrived in beautiful condition and has thrived. Also I can find plants at Wayside Gardens that I have difficulty finding anywhere else.

Crete, IL

March 4, 2016

I have dealt with Wayside Gardens for many years. I love the plants and the service is wonderful!

Williamsburg, VA

February 16, 2016

I purchase a lot of plant material on-line and I find Wayside Gardens to be "The Best of The Best." I recommend this companyy to ALL folks that visit my garden.

Bedford, MA

February 13, 2016

Quality of plants is excellent, variety equally impressive. Have been buying from Wayside Gardens for over 30 years.

Grosse Pointe Park, MI

January 14, 2016

Your plants are always beautiful, and you have an interesting variety of plant species that grow well in my planting zone.

O'Fallon, MO

January 1, 2016

I have been buying from you for over thirty years off and on. Your plants have always been the best.

Michigan City, IN

December 12, 2015

Great variety of plants and they are always of excellent quality.

Bernalillo, NM

December 5, 2015

Shopping at Wayside is a great experience. Products arrive in a timely manner in great condition. Selection is wide and breadth is always expanding with new varieties.

Jacobus, PA

November 5, 2015

Special plants. They all arrived promptly, were very well packaged and were in great condition. I expect great things next spring!